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Dielens Family History

Dielens Surname Meaning

Historically, surnames evolved as a way to sort people into groups - by occupation, place of origin, clan affiliation, patronage, parentage, adoption, and even physical characteristics (like red hair). Many of the modern surnames in the dictionary can be traced back to Britain and Ireland.


Similar surnames: Dillen, Bielen, Dieken, Lievens, Dienes, Dollens, Boelens, Desens

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Census Records

There are 11 census records available for the last name Dielens. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Dielens census records can tell you where and how your ancestors worked, their level of education, veteran status, and more.

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Passenger Lists

There are 21 immigration records available for the last name Dielens. Passenger lists are your ticket to knowing when your ancestors arrived in the UK, and how they made the journey - from the ship name to ports of arrival and departure.

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Draft Cards

There are 8 military records available for the last name Dielens. For the veterans among your Dielens ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Dielens lifespan?

Between 1969 and 1983, in the United States, Dielens life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1979, and highest in 1983. The average life expectancy for Dielens in 1969 was 67, and 81 in 1983.

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